Jack-Post 7304 Welded Steel vs Puleo International RTS1-26
Jack-Post 7304 Welded Steel
The short answer
Jack-Post 7304 Welded Steel comes out ahead overall with 8.0/10 against 7.6/10 for the Puleo International RTS1-26. Jack-Post 7304 Welded Steel is stronger on stability & grip, build quality & durability, safety & materials and value. Puleo International RTS1-26 is stronger on ease of setup & takedown. At current verified prices, the Puleo International RTS1-26 costs about $15.78 less.
- Choose the Jack-Post 7304 Welded Steel if: Buyers of 9–12 ft live trees who want durable all-steel construction for about 60% of the Krinner's price.
- Choose the Puleo International RTS1-26 if: Owners of 7–7.5 ft prelit artificial trees who want a rotating stand with power pass-through.
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | Jack-Post 7304 Welded Steel | Puleo International RTS1-26 |
|---|---|---|
| Stability & grip | 8.8Barely moved in Reviewed's impact test, with wide steel legs and four bolts. Rated for 12-ft trees. | 7.5Reviewed calls it sturdy with added weight but gives no impact figure. Poles outside the fittings can sit crooked. |
| Ease of setup & takedown | 6.0No assembly, but centering with four bolts is a crawl-under, often two-person job. | 8.3Drop the pole in and tighten the set screws. Reviewed called setup easy. |
| Water capacity & refilling | 7.8A seamless 1.7-gal bowl suits trunks up to about 6.8 in under NCTA's rule. No level indicator. | 7.5Scored on pole fit: three adapter rings cover 1.25–1.75 in poles, which is most but not all trees. |
| Build quality & durability | 8.5All welded steel with a corrosion-resistant finish. There are occasional reports of failed welds. | 7.0Metal with flame-retardant plastic. The motor is the likely wear point, and we found no owner failure data. |
| Safety & materials | 8.0Durable steel, rubber caps that protect floors, and good water capacity. | 6.0Flame-retardant material per Bob Vila, but no UL/ETL listing confirmed for a powered stand. |
| Value | 8.5About $79 for a steel stand that handles 12-ft trees and lasts years. | 7.8$63 for rotation plus power pass-through is fair. |
Specifications
| Spec | Jack-Post 7304 Welded Steel | Puleo International RTS1-26 |
|---|---|---|
| Tree type | Live | Artificial |
| Stand type | Welded steel bolt stand | Rotating electric |
| Securing mechanism | 4 eye bolts with center spike plate | Pole adapter rings with set screws |
| Max tree height | 12 ft | 7.5 ft |
| Max trunk / pole diameter | 6.25 in | 1.75 in |
| Water capacity | 1.7 gal | — |
| Water-level indicator | No | No |
| Primary material | Powder-coated welded steel | Metal and flame-retardant plastic |
| Stand weight | 8 lb | — |
| Rotating | No | Yes |
| Built-in outlets | No | Yes |
Jack-Post 7304 Welded Steel
Pros
- Very stable in Reviewed's knock-over test
- Welded, powder-coated steel
- Wide 29.75-in leg span
- Rated for 12-ft trees
- Rubber feet protect floors
Cons
- You turn four eye bolts from under the tree
- No water-level indicator
- Some owners report snapped welds
- Clunky to handle
The best choice for a tall tree if you want steel and a lower price. Setup is slower than with the Krinner, but the stand holds well once it is tightened.
Full Jack-Post 7304 Welded Steel review →Puleo International RTS1-26
Pros
- Power pass-through for prelit trees
- Handles trees up to about 80 lb
- Adapter rings for three pole sizes
- Slow, steady rotation
- Easy setup
Cons
- Artificial trees only
- One speed
- Poles outside the included fittings can sit slightly crooked
- No stability figure published
The pick for artificial-tree owners who want rotation. It is not a substitute for a live-tree stand.
Full Puleo International RTS1-26 review →Both products are part of our guide The Best Christmas Tree Stands of 2026, where you can see every pick, how we score and current prices from each retailer.